17LikesGT8 Class--buggy-based on road electric!
03-10-2011, 03:49 PM
#1441
That is correct.
The A and B blocks are the upper and lower blocks on the rear of the front bulkhead. The car comes with A blocks but no B blocks are supplied. The part you will need is http://www.igthobbies.com/product_p/kyoif124b.htm
That set comes with A blocks, B blocks, and the complete set of rear toe blocks (2, 2.5, and 3 degree)
You must change both upper and lower block at the same time and they must match. Going to a B Block setup gives you lower caster angle for more quicker steering response.
The A and B blocks are the upper and lower blocks on the rear of the front bulkhead. The car comes with A blocks but no B blocks are supplied. The part you will need is http://www.igthobbies.com/product_p/kyoif124b.htm
That set comes with A blocks, B blocks, and the complete set of rear toe blocks (2, 2.5, and 3 degree)
You must change both upper and lower block at the same time and they must match. Going to a B Block setup gives you lower caster angle for more quicker steering response.
Is this about the same as the IGT?
Since I changed from an upper arm to an upper turnbuckle I don't use the upper A/B blocks, just the lower. I thought about maybe having someone machine a block that reduces caster even more, like reduce caster by 4-6 degress for a total of 16-18 degrees caster.
03-10-2011, 04:51 PM
#1442
Wanted to chime in on the run time of these cars. One of the biggest things we've come to notice running 1/8th off road electric for 4+ years now is that run time varies greatly between drivers and driving style. Driver A can have the exact same setup as driver B but run his batteries out twice as fast (no exaggeration). Driver skill and driving style make a huge difference. A pro level driver might only be able to race these cars for 6-8 min, and expert driver 8-10min, and a sportsman anywhere from 8-15min, all with the same setups. Sometimes hard to believe but several factors support this. Pro drivers typically turn more more laps than average racers. Pro drivers drive deeper into turns and brake later and harder than average drivers. They also have the ability to drive strapped yet be in total control (this is more of an off road thing but can still apply here) whereas others cannot push that hard with good results.
I'd say that whatever the lowest time posted is you'd want to go 1 min lower than that to allow for any inconsistencies and warm-up laps. And by doing triple A-Mains you allow racers to get their money's worth of track time. This race shouldn't be won or lost due to a battery dumping.
One last note, or wish, lol, if you can work in a way to bump up through the mains that would also be really cool. I know it's hard to do with triple A's but winning a lower main and knowing you have another race is very exciting. Plus it also allows for bum qualifiers.
I'd say that whatever the lowest time posted is you'd want to go 1 min lower than that to allow for any inconsistencies and warm-up laps. And by doing triple A-Mains you allow racers to get their money's worth of track time. This race shouldn't be won or lost due to a battery dumping.
One last note, or wish, lol, if you can work in a way to bump up through the mains that would also be really cool. I know it's hard to do with triple A's but winning a lower main and knowing you have another race is very exciting. Plus it also allows for bum qualifiers.
Also on the bump-ups, +1
Our GT events always have (3) bump-ups into the next main. As a racer many times I've found myself having poor qualifing rounds and "bumped" my way into the A Main.
We seed the top 7 into the A and give racers the opportunity to make the big show or in the case of GT Electrics, you'll have three times the fun!
03-10-2011, 07:34 PM
#1443
Wow ok. Ill have to make some towers. Thanks for the info!!
03-11-2011, 12:01 AM
#1444
sweeps gt tyres
i got my sweeps gt tyres for my 8gt and when i was trying to mount them on my 6ix pak wheels, i noticed that there is a 1/4 inch gap on the insert when it`s mounted to the wheel, and it`s creating a flat spot on the tire. what is the proper way to mount this type of insert? do i glue the insert to the wheel or the tire? please help. thanks.
03-11-2011, 10:33 AM
#1445
i got my sweeps gt tyres for my 8gt and when i was trying to mount them on my 6ix pak wheels, i noticed that there is a 1/4 inch gap on the insert when it`s mounted to the wheel, and it`s creating a flat spot on the tire. what is the proper way to mount this type of insert? do i glue the insert to the wheel or the tire? please help. thanks.
03-12-2011, 05:37 PM
#1446
CONVERTING MY KYOSHO GT2 TO ELECTRIC.....NEED HELP
As the title of my post states.........need help. 
What do I need (brand wise)? Will be using it for parking lot bashing for my daughter...and for me also.
-Conversion kit
-1/8 Brushless system with motor included
-Lipo battery (rating and priced affordably)
-Pinion gear (keeping 2-speed tranny-updated version)
Thank you to all who could help.
What do I need (brand wise)? Will be using it for parking lot bashing for my daughter...and for me also.
-Conversion kit
-1/8 Brushless system with motor included
-Lipo battery (rating and priced affordably)
-Pinion gear (keeping 2-speed tranny-updated version)
Thank you to all who could help.
03-12-2011, 05:49 PM
#1447
This could be a quick option...
RTR for $400 from A Main, just add body mounts from IGT and body & have fun. Just a thought.
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RTR for $400 from A Main, just add body mounts from IGT and body & have fun. Just a thought.
03-12-2011, 09:15 PM
#1449
As the title of my post states.........need help.
What do I need (brand wise)? Will be using it for parking lot bashing for my daughter...and for me also.
-Conversion kit
-1/8 Brushless system with motor included
-Lipo battery (rating and priced affordably)
-Pinion gear (keeping 2-speed tranny-updated version)
Thank you to all who could help.
What do I need (brand wise)? Will be using it for parking lot bashing for my daughter...and for me also.
-Conversion kit
-1/8 Brushless system with motor included
-Lipo battery (rating and priced affordably)
-Pinion gear (keeping 2-speed tranny-updated version)
Thank you to all who could help.
for 2 speed: You'll need to get this from RC-Monster
http://www.rc-monster.com/proddetail...rcm2spdadapter,
Then you can use the Evolva gears
LiPo and inexpensive brushless systems.. check out www.hobbypartz.com
03-13-2011, 12:38 AM
#1450
As the title of my post states.........need help.
What do I need (brand wise)? Will be using it for parking lot bashing for my daughter...and for me also.
-Conversion kit
-1/8 Brushless system with motor included
-Lipo battery (rating and priced affordably)
-Pinion gear (keeping 2-speed tranny-updated version)
Thank you to all who could help.
What do I need (brand wise)? Will be using it for parking lot bashing for my daughter...and for me also.
-Conversion kit
-1/8 Brushless system with motor included
-Lipo battery (rating and priced affordably)
-Pinion gear (keeping 2-speed tranny-updated version)
Thank you to all who could help.
I would suggest the RC-Monster conversion, has everything you need to run the stock mech brakes and 2-speed, including 2-speed pinion adapter and your choice of gears.
http://www.rc-monster.com/proddetail.php?prod=rcmigtkit
For the ESC and motor I suggest Castle or Tekin, it's a matter of personal preference, they are both great. Tekin has a few extra bells and whistles, but costs a little more, Castle makes workhorse products that are solid and affordable. You can use a Mamba Max Pro, especially if you are using mech. brakes, that's what I use personally even with motor brakes. HobbyWing/Xerun seem to becoming more popular, but I like the local service/support offered by Castle and Tekin.
For lipos I use Turnigy and Zippy from HobbyCity, and many others have had success with those too.
P.S. That is awesome to see you are getting your daughter involved, and starting her out right, with brushless!
03-16-2011, 09:00 AM
#1451
As the title of my post states.........need help.
What do I need (brand wise)? Will be using it for parking lot bashing for my daughter...and for me also.
-Conversion kit
-1/8 Brushless system with motor included
-Lipo battery (rating and priced affordably)
-Pinion gear (keeping 2-speed tranny-updated version)
Thank you to all who could help.
What do I need (brand wise)? Will be using it for parking lot bashing for my daughter...and for me also.
-Conversion kit
-1/8 Brushless system with motor included
-Lipo battery (rating and priced affordably)
-Pinion gear (keeping 2-speed tranny-updated version)
Thank you to all who could help.
I didn't see that anyone mentioned wheels and tires. I recommend Sweeps 45 or 50 pre-mounted. One less thing to worry about in regards to mounted and they offer pretty good handling and traction. IGT Hobbies carries them and they offer free shipping. Also check them out for parts for the conversion. He carries a lot of stuff for GT8s.
03-16-2011, 09:49 PM
#1453
hey raman, are you going to make it out to Corona this Sunday. It's going to be great.
03-18-2011, 11:03 AM
#1455
Here is another in-car video from my electric GT8 from this past Saturday.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHFZw...el_video_title
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHFZw...el_video_title